Annotations for Corkscrew Counts : A Story About Multiplication

Baker & TaylorCorkscrew the pig is celebrating his birthday, but as his owners and their friends form various groups to play games, they leave out Corkscrew and his new friend, Pirate the parrot, who make it clear they want to join in the fun.

----------------------Baker & TaylorWithout the right number of people available for their special game, the attendees at Corkscrew's party are stumped to find a solution, until the star pig of the party saves the day by using his special mathematical skills.

----------------------McMillan Palgrave

At Corkscrew's party, everyone wants to play. Every game the kids try needs a different number of players, and they never have the right amount. The little pig and his parrot friend know how to solve the problem--if only they can get the kids to understand!